Julie Evans Scholarship for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Medical Students

The Julie Evans Scholarship supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree at Western Sydney University. Established by a philanthropist with a focus on Western Sydney and social welfare, the scholarship aims to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal people by supporting the education of Aboriginal doctors. The donor strongly believes in the power of education to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged people and has a particular interest in Aboriginal history and the struggle for equality. The scholarship prioritizes students committed to working in rural or remote areas for an extended period after qualification, enabling culturally appropriate treatment of Aboriginal patients. The training of Aboriginal doctors will allow a culturally appropriate treatment of patients with further improvement in health outcomes. The scholarship assists students to enter the medical degree course and concentrate on their studies without financial burden.